Exhibit 23(b)1

CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

We consent to the incorporation by reference in Registration Statement No. 333-194227 on Form S-3 of our reports dated February 21, 2017, relating to the financial statements and financial statement schedule of Alabama Power Company, appearing in this Annual Report on Form 10-K of Alabama Power Company for the year ended December 31, 2016.

/s/Deloitte & Touche LLP

Birmingham, AlabamaFebruary 21, 2017